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Fostering
Foster carers offer children a loving, stable and nurturing home while they cannot live with their own families.
Make a difference close to home
North Lincolnshire Council is continuing its work to increase the number of local foster carers, helping ensure children and young people can stay close to their communities, schools, and support networks.
Fostering is about providing stability, care and support to children who need it most -and helping them thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.
There is a particular need for foster carers who can care for:
- sibling groups
- older children
- children and young people with more complex needs
Increasing the number of in-house foster carers means more children can remain living locally, something that continues to be a priority across North Lincolnshire.
What is foster care?
Foster care is about providing a safe, nurturing and stable environment for our local children and young people who are unable to live with their birth families. Our children are at the heart of every community, and we believe they deserve the best chance in life – that’s where you come in.
Upcoming events
- Wednesday 22 July, Fostering Online Information Evening, 6.30pm – 8pm. Register your interest on Eventbrite.
See further dates on our events page.
Fostering allowances and financial support
North Lincolnshire Council knows people’s finances vary, and we don’t want money worries to stop you from considering fostering. We understand costs can be a concern, which is why we offer a very competitive financial package — often better than independent fostering agencies. For further details, please see our financial allowances and support page.
Council Tax rebate support
We are one of the first local authorities to implement a Council Tax rebate support package for our foster carers. Find out more on the Tax, benefits and Council Tax relief page.
Fostering changes lives
Our newest fostering film “Fostering Changes Lives” was made in collaboration with fostering friendly members, foster carers and young people in care. Giving a real insight to how fostering changes not only a young person’s life but yours to. Produced by Know Film, one of our fostering friendly members.
Fostering news
Backing local families: council increases payments for foster carers
North Lincolnshire Council is increasing fostering allowances - part of its commitment to support local families and ensure children can…
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“Children remember feeling safe”: Call for more foster carers in North Lincolnshire
Children across North Lincolnshire need safe, stable homes – and more residents are being asked to consider whether they could…
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North Lincolnshire Council is recognised as a Fostering Friendly Member with the Fostering Network UK